Sustainable Finance Post-COP27: Evaluating Progress and Challenges
Following the COP27 conference in Sharm El-Sheikh, Dr. Dalia Abdel Kader, CIB Egypt’s Chief Sustainability Officer, reflects on key outcomes and the expectations they set for COP28 in Dubai. Global Finance: The Loss & Damage agreement is a significant development…
“Thailand’s Billion-Dollar Digital Currency Initiative”
Thailand, which launched a significant pilot of a retail central bank digital currency (CBDC) last year, is moving forward with a new initiative to distribute digital tokens to 50 million lower-income citizens. This 500 billion-baht ($13.7 billion) program, announced last…
Hong Kong: Launch of Spot Crypto Trading Services
Hong Kong has given conditional approval for the launch of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that directly invest in bitcoin and ether, two major cryptocurrencies. This move positions Hong Kong as a key player in the evolving and often volatile virtual asset…
Standard Chartered – Leading Consumer Bank 2024
Global Finance has announced the winners of its 26th annual World’s Best Banks awards. Among the honorees is Standard Chartered, recognized as the 2024 World’s Best Consumer Bank. According to Joseph Giarraputo, founder and editorial director of Global Finance, “Standard…
Former NYSE Regulatory Chief Labovitz Discusses Launching a Green Stock Market
Daniel Labovitz, the former head of regulatory policy at the NYSE, is now leading the Green Impact Exchange (GIX) as its CEO. GIX aims to be the first US stock market dedicated exclusively to the green economy, which is valued…
China’s Sales of US Debt Prompt Speculation
The discussion of de-dollarization has resurfaced following new data from the US Treasury Department, which shows that China sold nearly $50 billion in US Treasuries during the first quarter of 2023 and reduced its holdings by over $100 billion for…
AI-Powered Treasury Solutions: What’s New and What’s Real
As AI continues to evolve, it holds promise for transforming financial services. Andreas Lutz, CEO of Fides, a leader in global treasury solutions, shares insights on how AI is being integrated into their offerings, and the practical implications for clients….
Wealth Management Opportunities in the GCC Are Increasing
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states are already among the wealthiest regions globally and are poised to further enhance their status as a key hub for global wealth. According to Boston Consulting Group, the region’s financial wealth is projected to…
Interview with Pranav Seth, Chief Digital Officer at Techcombank, Vietnam
Joseph Giarraputo, Founder and Editorial Director of Global Finance, speaks with Pranav Seth, Chief Digital Officer at Techcombank, about the evolving landscape of digital banking and the opportunities it presents for both retail and business customers. Vietnam’s strong manufacturing sector…
UBA – Recognized as a Leading Frontier Markets Bank in 2024
Global Finance has announced the winners of its 26th annual World’s Best Banks awards, including the 2024 World’s Best Frontier Market Bank, UBA. “United Bank for Africa has demonstrated a strong commitment to serving both domestic and international businesses and…